Lauren Bassett
Tampa,Florida
Summary
Experienced Pharmacist with a successful background in Medication Therapy Management (MTM), Chronic Care Management (CCM), community pharmacy, as well as monitoring employee performance, maintaining client satisfaction and understanding billing systems. Well-organized and diligent pharmacy professional with excellent verbal and written communication skills and experience in working remotely and in Telehealth.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Pharmacist
Centene Corporation
09.2013 - Current
- Partnered with physicians and other members of healthcare team to optimize patient care through effective use of medications.
- Trained pharmacy residents and interns on clinical care and medication dispensing.
- Analyzed trends in medication use and made recommendations for policy updates.
- Managed and mentored staff including new employees and delivered focused training.
- Mentored pharmacy students and residents, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Developed strong relationships with healthcare providers, facilitating communication and collaboration for better patient care coordination.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize clinical pharmacy services within the organization.
- Provided input on strategic planning initiatives aimed at advancing organizational goals related to clinical pharmacy services.
- Evaluated medication regimens for complex patients, identifying potential drug interactions and devising alternative treatment strategies when necessary.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient care and improved treatment outcomes.
- Implemented cost-saving measures through formulary management and utilization review, ensuring efficient use of resources while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Supervised dispensation of Schedule II and III drugs.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing medication therapy management and comprehensive pharmaceutical care to diverse patient populations.
- Presented clinical findings at national conferences, promoting knowledge sharing among peers in the industry.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
- Supervised and coached team of pharmacy technicians and trainees.
Pharmacist
Walmart
10.2008 - 08.2013
- Reviewed prescription to confirm appropriate selection of drug, dose and check for interactions with other medications.
- Interviewed, hired and trained staff, enabling business to serve more patients.
- Collaborated with pharmacy team members to develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement in quality of care.
- Managed high volume of prescriptions daily while maintaining excellent customer service and attention to detail.
- Educated patients on medication, tools and equipment to promote patient-centered care and increase adherence to treatment.
- Hand counted controlled medications, measured liquids and reconstituted antibiotics.
- Provided consultations and answered inquiries from patients, healthcare professionals and physicians regarding drugs, potential side effects, and specified use.
- Advised patients on medication side effects and contraindications and explained proper administration.
- Displayed patient-oriented and comprehensive clinical pharmacy services and pharmaceutical care.
Education
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Univeristy of Florida College of Pharmacy
Gainesville, FL 05.2006
Skills
- Chronic Care Management and Managed Care
- Coverage Determinations/Prior Authorizations
- Clinical Process Improvement
- CMS Regulatory Compliance
- Quality And Compliance
- Operational Excellence
- Clinical Services
- Patient education and counseling
- Pharmacy Law Compliance
- Clinical Documentation
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Team Development
- Pharmaceutical Calculations
- Staff Supervision
- Pharmacotherapy Knowledge
- Pharmacy operations management
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Drug utilization review
- Medical decision-making experience
- Medication Therapy Management
- Treatment assessments
- Healthcare Policy Awareness
- Patient Care Optimization
- Problem-Solving
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Attention to Detail
- Agility
Affiliations
- Florida Pharmacists Association
- American Pharmacists Association
- Florida Society of Health-Symtem Pharmacists
Certification
- Faces of Courage Foundation
- First Tee - Tampa Bay
- Metropolitan Ministries
- The Humane Society of Tampa Bay
Timeline
Clinical Pharmacist
Centene Corporation
09.2013 - Current
Pharmacist
Walmart
10.2008 - 08.2013
Doctor of Pharmacy -
Univeristy of Florida College of Pharmacy